Abutilon balansae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hassl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 376 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511758
Common Names
- Balansa's Abutilon
- Balansa's Indian Mallow
- Balansa's Chinese Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abutilon balansae (also called Balansa's Abutilon, among many other common names) is a shrub with large, lobed, velvety leaves and yellow, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, tropical forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Abutilon balansae is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abutilon balansae has yellow flowers with five petals and a red center. The seeds are small, round, and brown. The seedlings have small, round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abutilon balansae is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Abutilon balansae
Abutilon balansae can be found in South America, in Argentina, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Abutilon balansae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abutilon balansae?
Abutilon balansae
What type of plant is Abutilon balansae?
Abutilon balansae is a shrub
Where is Abutilon balansae native to?
Abutilon balansae is native to South America
Species in the Abutilon genus
Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi, Abutilon eremitopetalum, Abutilon erythraeum, Abutilon eufigarii, Abutilon exonemum, Abutilon exstipulare, Abutilon falcatum, Abutilon flanaganii, Abutilon fraseri, Abutilon fruticosum, Abutilon fugax, Abutilon fuscicalyx, Abutilon galpinii, Abutilon gebauerianum,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610487: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.